Devil in the Bush
About Devil in the Bush
Devil in the Bush is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Devil in the Bush likes soil that is well draining. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.
Devil in the Bush belongs to the Nigella genus, and is native to Macaronesia and the Mediterranean to Iran.
⚠️ Devil in the Bush is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Taxonomy
Nigella damascena
Nigella
Ranunculaceae
Ranunculales
Also known as
Devil-in-the-bush, Love in a mist, Love-in-a-mist and Ragged lady
How to care for Devil in the Bush
How often to water your Devil in the Bush
every 9
Devil in the Bush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Devil in the Bush in your home
a window
Devil in the Bush love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Devil in the Bush does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Devil in the Bush in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Devil in the Bush
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Devil in the Bush after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Care Summary for Devil in the Bush
Devil in the Bush
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
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